Trips

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Spots go fast on all our trips and some are already filled up. We do our best to get you the best seats for the best price with a quality trip!  Check our flyers in the Thrive55+ Active Living Center, in our Discover 55+ newsletter or on our Facebook page for added information.

We offer day and extended trips around the USA and abroad. Great for singles, couples, families – there’s something for everyone and all ages. Trips are open to the public.

Questions about a particular trip??  If you just want to know if there is a spot for you you may call 860-441-6785 or if a more specific question call 860-441-6623.  THANK YOU for traveling with us!

Payment must be made upon registering for a day trip. No refunds unless your spot can be filled.

    Sunday, August 18th- Trip to Bradley Playhouse- Shrek the Musical

    Posted on July 2, 2019 by Groton

    BRADLEY PLAYHOUSE – SHREK THE MUSICAL
    2 pm show. A benign green ogre and his sidekick Donkey save the land from an evil lord and rescue a lovely princess from a terrible fate. Based on the blockbuster movie. Shrek The Musical is a musical with music by Jeanine Tesori and book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire. Show is 2 hours and 10 mins plus a 15 min intermission. A concession stand with popcorn, water, soda, candy, peanuts etc. is available Max of 20 persons. Bring a child and enjoy a memory you both will cherish! We depart at 12:30 pm. $28 per resident includes show and GSC transportation.

    Wednesday, July 24th- Trip to CT Sun Basketball Game

    Posted on July 2, 2019 by Groton

    Departure Time: TBD

    We are off to see the CT Sun vs NY Liberty in a matinee (11:30 am) basketball game at the Mohegan Sun Arena with Groton Recreation Summer Campers! Enjoy sitting together and watch the best women’s basketball players in the world! $17 pp

    Saturday, July 27th- Trip to Breakfast out at Groton Townhouse

    Posted on July 2, 2019 by Groton

    Time: 8:30pm

    The community gives to Groton Senior Center; Dining Out is our way of giving back to the community. Each month a restaurant is featured. Ride the senior van or meet us there. Order a full entrée or just appetizers.
    Please join us Tuesdays for a “socially nutritional” evening or Saturdays for some communal nourishment.

    Friday, July 12th- Trip on the Schooner ARGIA for a Mystic Cruise

    Posted on July 2, 2019 by Groton

    Join us as we sail away! The Schooner ARGIA is one of the last sailing ships in New England. You’ll discover islands, lighthouses and the beauty of sailing aboard a traditional sailing ship. The ship will sail in cloudy and light drizzle weather conditions; please dress for the weather by wearing an extra layer and bringing a jacket. There is a bathroom on board, however you would need to climb a ladder to access it. The schooner sails out of downtown Mystic from 9:30 – 11:30 am. We meet at the dock at 9 am $26 pp